TDS Blog For Agents, Landlords & Tenants | Tenancy Deposit Scheme

#AskTDS: "I’m a landlord – do TDS have to hold the deposit?”

This article has been written in response to a landlord’s query: “I’m a landlord – do TDS have to hold...

#NewsStory: TDS Launches New Member Area

In order to make the member area easier for you to work in, TDS has replaced the old ‘Quicklinks’ section...

#ExpertView: Tessa's 2018 Legal Changes series - 2. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards

As you will already know, in most cases you need to have an Energy Performance Certificate for your property: You need...

#AskTDS: Can I claim for redecoration if there is mould present at the end of the tenancy?

This article has been written in response to a landlord’s query: “Can I claim for redecoration if there is mould...

#ExpertView: Why Choose TDS?

Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) is a government approved, not-for-profit organisation that provides both Insured and Custodial tenancy deposit protection....

#AskTDS: "Will spilt wine lose me my deposit?"

Accidents such as spilt wine do happen in the home, however for tenants living in a rental property it’s important...

#ExpertView: The Countdown to MEES

It is now just two months until new rules concerning Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) come into force in April....

#AskTDS: "Can I claim for condensation damage?"

This article has been written in response to a landlord’s query: “Can I claim for condensation damage?” At the end of...

Government updates tenancy guide – what it means for you

John King, Director of Customer Service, explains what the updated guide means for landlords and agents and how they can...

#AskTDS: "Who is responsible for mould building up in the property I let out?"

This article has been written in response to a landlord’s query: “Who is responsible for mould building up in the...

#ExpertView: Tessa's 2018 Legal Changes series - 1. An Introduction to Landlord Legal Changes coming in 2018

The changes for landlords seem never-ending. In the past few years, to mention just a few, we have had: Changes to...

#AskTDS: "Why do I need to tell TDS about any pre-agreed amounts that are not in dispute?"

This article has been written in response to a tenant’s query: “Why do I need to tell TDS about any...